Famous Birthdays
- Daniel François Malan, Prime Minister of South Africa (1948-54) who began the implementation of apartheid, born in Riebeek-Wes, Cape Colony (d. 1959)
- Francesco Paolo Neglia, Italian composer, born in Enna, Italy (d. 1932)
About May 22, 1874
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 149 years, 11 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Gemini